"It's a way that we can do some things. Inherently it's just fun, but it's a template that gives kids exposure to these rich worlds," Booth said.

The concept is that the story unfolds on the screen as though it's happening and being created at that moment. It happens in the second person and there are interactive decisions that the reader needs to make on the screen that impact the direction that the story takes.

The app is meant for kids, and Booth said he's getting positive feedback.

"Like when the guy's coming towards you, you get to chose when you punch him and stuff," a boy named Jackson said.

Booth said the app isn't meant to take the place of the great American novel, but if kids enjoy something they'll do it more and get better at it.

The Vidya Books app will hopefully be available in the app store by June.

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